M.Phil. (Biotechnology), Master of Philosophy in Biotechnology, Syllabus, Eligibility, Duration, Degree Course

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Master of Philosophy in Biotechnology

Duration

1 Years

Level

M.Phil

Type

Degree

Eligibility

Post Graduation

M.Phil. Biotechnology or Master of Philosophy in Biotechnology is a postgraduate Biotechnology course. Biotechnology is a field of applied biology that involves the use of living organisms and bioprocesses in engineering, technology, medicine and other fields requiring bio-products. Biotechnology also utilizes these products for manufacturing purpose. In brief Biotechnology means any technological application that uses biological systems, living organisms, or derivatives thereof, to make or modify products or processes for specific use. The duration of the course is one year and the syllabus for the course is divided into two semesters. After completing the course candidates have a lot of career scopes in different fields.

M.Phil. Biotechnology Eligibility

Candidates pass with 55% aggregate marks in Master's Degree Biotechnology or Microbiology (Bio-sciences) or equivalent or relevant higher qualification.

M.Phil. Biotechnology Syllabus

Syllabus of Biotechnology as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Sem. I
Sr. No.	Subjects of Study
	Course I
1	Research Methodology
2	Scientific - Writing
3	Project Management in Biotechnology
4	Bio-industry Internal Assessment
	Course II
1	Bioprocess Technology
2	Enzyme Technology
3	Recombinant DNA - Technology
Sem. II
1	Dissertation evaluation
2	Viva-voce of Dissertation

M.Phil. Biotechnology Colleges

Central University of Punjab - CUP, Bathinda
Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur
Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
MN Institute of Applied Science - MNIAS, Bikaner

M.Phil. Biotechnology Course Suitability

One should have a scientific bent of mind and a keen interest in the biological sciences.
They should be methodical and patient by nature, able to work neatly and accurately and have a flair for laboratory work.
The ability to work independently and use computers in work is another important aspect to be suitable for it.
Those who want to pursue for Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) are also suitable match for the course.

How is M.Phil. Biotechnology Course Beneficial?

They have good scope in Research, Production and Marketing companies.
Biotechnologists can find jobs in agricultural establishments, pharmaceutical firms, food manufacturing companies, chemical industries and bio-processing companies.
There is also scope in Government as well as corporate organized research work.
With a biotechnological background one can become a Research scientist, bio-informist, quality control officer, quality control officer, Biotechnological engineer, teacher and sales representative.

M.Phil. Biotechnology Employment Areas